Roy Keane pictured in 2004
Wednesday's sporting social: Happy Gilmore, Smith's leaves and grandad Keane
Khabib Nurmagomedov enjoyed a night in Barcelona while Raymond Van Barneveld had a good day.
Feb 17, 18:13
Gary Neville pictured in January 2020
Gary Neville picks Manchester United's top five Premier League signings
Gary Neville chooses his five best Manchester United signings of the Premier League era, and current star man Bruno Fernandes is overlooked.
Feb 16, 18:56
Roy Keane pictured in 2004
Sunday's sporting social: Valentine's Day Keane and Chennai debate
The best of the day's social media posts from the sporting world.
Feb 14, 18:31
Tom Brady celebrates winning the Super Bowl on February 7, 2021
Monday's sporting social: Tom Brady plaudits and dancing Roy Keane
Tom Brady won his seventh Super Bowl title as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers saw off the Kansas City Chiefs.
Feb 8, 18:52
Roy Keane pictured at Nottingham Forest in April 2019
Roy Keane hits out at Liverpool "excuses"
Manchester United legend Roy Keane blasts Liverpool for several "excuses" used during their tumultuous 2020-21 Premier League title defence.
Feb 7, 23:58
Roy Keane pictured at Nottingham Forest in April 2019
Roy Keane slams "bad champions" Liverpool following loss to Manchester City
Fellow pundit Micah Richards said the title was now Manchester City's to lose.
Feb 7, 21:12
Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring for Manchester United against Southampton in the Premier League on February 2, 2021
On cloud nine - Premier League teams who have scored nine goals in one game
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team went goal crazy against their visitors.
Feb 2, 22:41
Gary Neville pictured in January 2020
On This Day in 2011: Gary Neville retires from football
The full-back made his Manchester United debut as a 17-year-old.
Feb 2, 08:26
Roy Keane pictured at Nottingham Forest in April 2019
Roy Keane accuses Man United of being "frightened"
United were cast three points adrift of table-toppers Manchester City following their stalemate with Arsenal.
Jan 30, 22:19
Celtic manager Neil Lennon pictured on January 2, 2021
Neil Lennon: 'Speculation over next Celtic boss is highly disrespectful'
Neil Lennon's Hoops have slipped 23 points behind Old Firm rivals Rangers at the top of the Scottish Premiership.
Jan 26, 15:16
Roy Keane pictured in 2004
Roy Keane, Graeme Souness offer views on Liverpool, Manchester United draw
Roy Keane, Graeme Souness and Micah Richards all offered their opinions on the game at Anfield.
Jan 17, 21:22
Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring against Leeds United in the Premier League on December 20, 2020
Roy Keane insists Manchester United can challenge Liverpool for title
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane thinks that the Red Devils are more than capable of challenging Liverpool for the Premier League title.
Dec 20, 23:58
Roy Keane in action for Celtic in 2009
On This Day in 2005: Roy Keane signs for Celtic
The Irishman was a free agent after leaving Manchester United a month earlier.
Dec 15, 08:58
Manchester City's Joao Cancelo and teammates remonstrate with referee Chris Kavanagh against Manchester United in the Premier League on December 12, 2020
Roy Keane: 'Manchester City not good enough to win the Premier League title'
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane says that Manchester City are not good enough to win this season's Premier League title.
Dec 12, 23:57
Manchester City's Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring against Marseille in the Champions League on December 9, 2020
Combined XI: Manchester United vs. Manchester City
Ahead of Saturday's Premier League derby between Manchester United and Manchester City, Sports Mole picks a combined XI from both teams.
Dec 10, 14:04
Alex Ferguson pictured in May 1994
A look at some European nights to forget for Manchester United
The Red Devils suffered more Champions League heartache on Tuesday as they fell to a 3-2 defeat at RB Leipzig.
Dec 9, 14:07
Giovani Lo Celso celebrates after scoring for Tottenham Hotspur against Manchester City in the Premier League on November 21, 2020
Roy Keane doubts Tottenham Hotspur's title chances
Former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane pours doubt over Tottenham Hotspur's chances of winning the Premier League title.
Nov 30, 18:17
Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho pictured on November 8, 2020
Jose Mourinho claims "ponies" Tottenham are not in title race
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is convinced that Tottenham are genuine title contenders.
Nov 30, 08:23
Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani celebrates scoring against Southampton in the Premier League on November 29, 2020
Roy Keane: 'Edinson Cavani could be a huge signing for Manchester United'
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane hails Edinson Cavani following the striker's brace against Southampton.
Nov 29, 23:56
Kyle walker in action for Manchester City against Real Madrid in the Champions League in August 2020
Kevin De Bruyne defends Kyle Walker after Roy Keane "idiot" claims
Keane called Kyle Walker an "idiot" and a "car crash" of a player after Manchester City's draw with Liverpool.
Nov 14, 17:24
 England's Jadon Sancho celebrates scoring against the Republic of Ireland in an international friendly on November 12, 2020
Gareth Southgate hints at Jack Grealish start in Nations League
The Aston Villa captain starred in England's 3-0 friendly victory against the Republic of Ireland on Thursday.
Nov 13, 12:51
Roy Keane pictured in 2004
Roy Keane doubts Manchester City's Premier League title credentials
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane doubts whether Manchester City can win the Premier League title this season.
Nov 8, 23:49
The morbidly obese Sergio Aguero pictured on October 24, 2020
Roy Keane accuses Sergio Aguero of being "overweight"
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane says that Manchester City forward Sergio Aguero was "overweight" on his return from injury.
Nov 8, 23:37
Manchester City full-back Kyle Walker concedes a penalty for a foul on Liverpool's Sadio Mane on November 8, 2020
Roy Keane lashes out at "idiot" and "car crash" Kyle Walker
The Manchester City and England defender brought down Sadio Mane in the area, leading to Liverpool's goal.
Nov 8, 19:37
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks dejected after seeing his side lose to Istanbul Basaksehir on November 4, 2020
A closer look at Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's problems at Manchester United
The Red Devils sit 15th in the Premier League table and suffered a harrowing 2-1 Champions League defeat in Turkey on Wednesday.
Nov 5, 12:43
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on September 19, 2020
Mikel Arteta: 'I do not feel disrespected by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang'
Pierre Emerick Aubameyang called Arsenal's boss by his first name in an interview after the 1-0 win over Manchester United on Sunday.
Nov 4, 22:46
Manchester United captain Harry Maguire pictured on October 17, 2020
Harry Maguire hits back at Roy Keane claim that Man Utd lack leaders
The United skipper says there are 'lots of leaders' in the squad.
Nov 3, 14:44
Arsenal's Hector Bellerin reacts after he is fouled by Manchester United's Paul Pogba in the Premier League on November 1, 2020
Paul Pogba apologises for "stupid mistake" in Arsenal defeat
The Red Devils have now started a top-flight league season with four winless matches for the first time since 1972-73.
Nov 2, 08:46
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks forlorn after watching his side thrashed 6-1 by Tottenham on October 4, 2020
Roy Keane: 'Manchester United players will get Ole Gunnar Solskjaer the sack'
Roy Keane says that the current group of Manchester United players will cost Ole Gunnar Solskjaer his job as head coach.
Nov 1, 19:46
Roy Keane pictured in 2004
Roy Keane "really, really worried about Manchester United"
Roy Keane blasts Manchester United for their lacklustre performance against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon.
Nov 1, 19:22
Paul Parker pictured in September 2015
Paul Parker: 'Manchester United players have lost their way'
United were humiliated in a 6-1 home defeat by Tottenham ahead of the international break.
Oct 14, 15:26
Roy Keane pictured on September 5, 2018
On This Day: Roy Keane retires from international football
Roy Keane made a total of 67 appearances for the Republic of Ireland, scoring nine goals.
Oct 14, 08:07
Roy Keane pictured at Nottingham Forest in April 2019
Roy Keane slams Manchester United "bluffers" for display against Tottenham
United were thrashed 6-1 at home by Tottenham on Sunday, a performance the former Red Devils captain described as "disgraceful".
Oct 8, 20:12
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp watches on as his side are beaten by Aston Villa on October 4, 2020
Jurgen Klopp: 'Aston Villa wanted it more than Liverpool'
Jurgen Klopp's Premier League champions were left stunned as Ollie Watkins registered a first-half hat-trick.
Oct 4, 22:36
Argentina's Diego Maradona lifts the World Cup trophy after helping his team to the 1986 title
A look at players sent home from international duty
Phil Foden and Mason Greenwood are the latest names on a long list of players to make an early departure.
Sep 7, 16:20
Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson pictured in June 2020
Roy Hodgson: 'Crystal Palace will stay focused'
The Eagles have lost four successive games to slip to 14th in the Premier League.
Jul 10, 13:58
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire celebrates with teammates after scoring the winner against Norwich on June 27, 2020
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer talks up "magnificent" Harry Maguire
Harry Maguire scored the winner in extra time.
Jun 27, 21:39
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce on June 24, 2020
Steve Bruce eyes dream of leading Newcastle out at Wembley
The Magpies last won the FA Cup in 1955.
Jun 26, 16:57
Manchester United pair Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes bump fists on June 19, 2020
How Manchester United could line up against Sheffield United
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester United could line up for Wednesday's Premier League clash with Sheffield United at Old Trafford as Paul Pogba pushes for a start.
Jun 22, 10:45
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